Conway Water Hardness & Quality Report (2026)

Conway, South Carolina is served by Conway Public Works Water, which draws from the Waccamaw River or Pee Dee River watershed reservoirs in Horry County. GSWSA (Georgetown-South Carolina Water and Sewer Authority) is referenced as a service area operator for Conway, and the utility's annual Consumer Confidence Report serves as the primary source for water quality data. Residents seeking detailed information may contact GSWSA directly or consult published water quality reports for contaminant levels and compliance status. Water quality concerns noted in the area include PFAS and chromium-6 contamination.

Conway's water supply drains the North and South Carolina Coastal Plain, where the geology features Cretaceous and Tertiary marine calcareous sediments and the Miocene Waccamaw Formation shell marl. The Waccamaw River watershed flows through these calcareous marine sediment deposits, which contribute dissolved calcium and magnesium to the supply. This coastal plain geological setting produces a moderately hard water characteristic of the Horry County, South Carolina region.

At moderately hard levels, Conway residents may notice mineral buildup on fixtures, reduced soap effectiveness, and gradual scale accumulation in water heaters and appliances. A water softener is recommended to extend appliance lifespan and improve cleaning efficiency. Regular descaling of kettles and showerheads will help manage mineral deposits, and laundry detergent performance may be slightly reduced. Given noted concerns about PFAS and chromium-6 contamination in the area, residents should consult the most recent Consumer Confidence Report and consider certified point-of-use filtration for additional protection, particularly for vulnerable populations.